Washington Trip Overview
Experience the best travel stories for yourself! Join a local expert and uncover hidden gems on this Lonely Planet Experience powered by Urban Adventures. Stroll the streets of Washington, DC’s oldest residential neighborhood as we discover the birthplace of American politics. See the iconic U.S. Capitol Building, the Supreme Court, and Library of Congress. Engage is a lively discussion and debate about historic and current American politics, all lead by a local guide. After the walking tour, continue the conversation at a locally-owned café, bar, or restaurant on DC’s historic Barracks Row.
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Duration: 2 hours
Starts: Washington, United States
Trip Category: Cultural & Theme Tours >> Historical & Heritage Tours
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What to Expect When Visiting Washington, District of Columbia, United States
Experience the best travel stories for yourself! Join a local expert and uncover hidden gems on this Lonely Planet Experience powered by Urban Adventures. Stroll the streets of Washington, DC’s oldest residential neighborhood as we discover the birthplace of American politics. See the iconic U.S. Capitol Building, the Supreme Court, and Library of Congress. Engage is a lively discussion and debate about historic and current American politics, all lead by a local guide. After the walking tour, continue the conversation at a locally-owned café, bar, or restaurant on DC’s historic Barracks Row.
Itinerary
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Stop At: Capitol Hill, First St and East Capitil St NE, Washington DC, DC 20004
Learn about the founding of Washington DC and the Federal government in front of the Capitol Building.
Duration: 10 minutes
Pass By: Supreme Court, First Street NE, Washington DC, DC 20003
Snap a photo of the Supreme Court as we discuss the structure of the Federal government and the separation of powers.
Stop At: Library of Congress, 101 Independence Ave SE, Washington DC, DC 20540
Walk through the Thomas Jefferson Building of the Library of Congress and admire the Gilded Age-era architecture, as well as rare books on display throughout the different exhibits (closed on Sunday)
Duration: 20 minutes
Pass By: Folger Shakespeare Library, 201 E Capitol St SE, Washington DC, DC 20003-1094
Hear about the Folger family and their generosity in providing Americans access to Shakespeare’s works.
Pass By: Eastern Market, 7th St. & North Carolina Ave SE, Washington DC, DC 20003
Walk through historic Eastern Market and discover some of the local vendors that make this area unique.
Pass By: Marine Barracks Washington, 8th and I, 8th Street Southeast, Washington DC, DC 20003
Hear about the namesake for 8th St. aka Barracks Row and how the neighborhood has evolved since the Barracks’ construction in 1801.
